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The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society (RSCDS) San Francisco Branch has an extensive bookstore available to its members and visitors. We have many items that are produced locally here in Northern California featuring the talented members of the San Francisco Branch.
NEW! We have now implemented online ordering! You'll need a Paypal account, but that will allow you to use a credit card. Try it! If you are ordering from outside the US or Canada, please expect a request for additional shipping costs.
Unless otherwise indicated below, the books and recordings on this page are available by mail order for people outside of Northern California. Dancers in Northern California can pick up these items at monthly parties and workshops. If you'd like to order by mail, send a check payable to RSCDS-SF Branch to:
Jane Muirhead
29292 Harpoon Way
Hayward, CA 94544
Once your check is received, Jane will mail the item to you.
If you are located within the US or Canada, please add $2 for shipping for each item. If you are located outside of the US or Canada or if you are ordering more than one item, please email Jane to verify the amount necessary for postage before sending a check.
We accept payment in $USD or £GBP. (Checks or cash only, no credit cards unless you're ordering online using Paypal.)
Top of PageHood, Wink & SwaggerCD $30.00 |
 Dancers
Dream (CD) Finally, a new recording of step dance music! Two CD's!
Forty-one tracks! Muriel Johnstone calls it a "monumental achievement" and
says that "'Dancers Dream' will be any dancer's delight". More information
, including track listings and samples can be found at http://www.ronwallace.org/music.htm. |
Fiddlesticks and IvoryCD $15.00(Cassette FREE!) |  Ghillies
on the Golden Gate (CD or cassette) Already a classic. Includes: Fair
Jenny's Jig, Delvine Side, Lady Susan Stewart's Reel, Bonnie Stronshiray, Waverly,
Carolynn's Waltz, J. B. Milne, Miss Ogilvie's Fancy, Miss Grace Hays' Delight,
Monymusk, The Rendezvous |
John Taylor and Andrew ImbrieCD $15.00 |
 Steppin'
Out (CD) John and Andy's first outing, released on vinyl in 1988.
The CD includes all of the original tracks including The Swilcan, Shetland
Reels, Leaving St Kilda, Braes of Mellinish, La Bastringue, Pipe Reels, Back
Home, Thistle on the Faultline, Brisk Young Lad, and a waltz. |
John Taylor and Andrew ImbrieCD $15.00 | 
Live (CD) A rousing collection recorded live at the 20th Anniversary
Ball of the San Diego branch. Include: Roaring Jelly, Flowers of Edinburgh, Sauchie
Haugh, Pinewoods Reel, Mrs. Stewart's Jig, Neidpath Castle, Cadgers in the Canongate,
Follow Me Home, Bonnie Ina Campbell, De'il Amang the Tailors, Jennifer's Jig,
John McAlpine, Mrs. MacLeod of Raasay. |
San Francisco BranchCD $15.00
|  The
San Francisco Collection, Volume 2 (CD) Recorded by San Francisco branch musicians
and friends. This is the companion CD to the recently published The
San Francisco Collection II. Featuring a variety of bands and musicians from
the from the San Francisco Bay Area, it celebrates the wonderful depth of talent
and styles that we enjoy throughout the year.Tunes and Musicians New Feature! Samples Online! |
Deby Benton GrosjeanCD $15.00 |  Beyond
The Shore - Navigating Traditional and Uncharted Celtic Fiddle Tunes (CD)
Deby Benton Grosjean on fiddle with William Coulter, Chris Caswell, Paul Machlis,
Barry Phillips, Dennis Patterson, Lars Johannesson, Shelley Phillips, Jack Gilder,
Jay Salter and Stan Poplin . Like converging currents, ancient and modern Celtic
oceanic lore merge in this conceptual recording. The narrow focus of this project
inspired Deby to pursue new euphonious directions - those of the environment and
its musical imagery. This is a great listening CD. Track
Listing |
Andy Imbrie, Susan Worland Bentley, Michael BentleyCD $15.00 |
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The Berkeley Scottish PlayersCD $15.00 |
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The Devil's QuandaryCD $15.00 |
 the
devil's quandary - Deby Benton Grosjean and Andy Imbrie provide
the music to accompany the recently released book of new dances by Bob Mc
Murtry. Tunes both traditional and original are performed by two of the best,
accompanied by Bob on percussion and recorder. Twelve dances and a lovely
waltz set make up this CD. Track Listing |
The Road AheadCD $15.00 |
 The
Road Ahead - John Taylor (CD) Another incomparable collection of
performances by John Taylor with his friends Brian McNeill, Stuart Taylor,
Lesley Baily, Lawrence Drummond, Pamela Laine and Joe Weed. |
The BreakdownCD $18.00 |
 The
Breakdown - Thirteen Scottish Country Dances in
Strict Tempo - Lyle Ramshaw, Susan
Worland Bentley, Michael Bentley - A spirited collection of dance
sets from John and Jennifer Kelly, the same people that brought you The March
Hare. |
Bayside & BensideCD $15.00 |
 Bayside
& Benside - Scottish Music from Northern California - This musical project celebrates
the ties between Scottish traditions in the homeland and in the New World.
Besides music, one such tradition finding a home in the San Francisco Bay
Area is the Scottish sport of Shinty, long a part of Highland culture. The
Northern California Camanachd Club was founded in 2001 and has worked to
foster interest in Shinty. The sales of this CD will help to raise fund for
the first U.S. Shinty Club and allow them to continue to present this ancient
Scottish pastime to new audiences in California. |
O'er the Moor, Among the HeatherCD $15.00 |
 O'er
the Moor, Among the Heather - Fiddling Around the Musical Landscape of
Scotland, Ireland
and Beyond (CD) Deby Benton Grosjean - "A fiddle tune is like a
photographer's snapshot. Its musical imagery can evoke the senses - the smell
of damp peat below one's feet, the soft tickle of summer rainfall on a chilled
cheek, or the vision of rich grassy colors of the vast green moors." Another
beautiful offering from Deby Benton Grosjean. |
The Alamo Collection$4.00 |
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California Gold$3.00 |  California Gold by
Claudette Sigg, a collection of 14 dances devised by the creator of "Moment
of Truth"Table of Contents |
The Devil's Quandary$10.00 |
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Dunsmuir Dances$8.00 |
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From the Redwood Forest$12.00 |  From the Redwood Forest - dances
devised by Gary Thomas and Ron Wallace. Includes Fair Jenny's Jig, A Trip to Paradise,
and other favourites.Table of Contents |
The Jean Patrick Collection$3.00 |  A
The Jean Patrick Collection - a collection of 23 dances in memory of Jean Patrick, founder of the Sacramento,
California branch of the RSCDSTable of Contents |
Let's All Dance$5.00 |
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Let's All Dance, Too$5.00 |  Let's All Dance, Too - More
beginner and audience participation dances. This book can also be ordered from Jo Hamilton, 662 16th Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025 Table of Contents |
Measure of Pleasure$12.00 | 
Measure of Pleasure - 27 Scottish Country dances with 5 original tunes
written by and for members of the San Francisco Class,
The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, San Francisco Branch.
Table of Contents |
Mt. Diablo Collection$5.00 | 
Mt. Diablo Collection - a collection of 12 Strathspeys by Eugene Bissell.Table of Contents |
The New World Scottish Dancers Collection, Volume 1, Book 1$8.00 |  The New World Scottish Dancers Collection, Volume 1, Book 1 - Country Dances - A collection of 19 Scottish Country Dances of
various levels, created by or for members of the New World Scottish Dancers. Also included are 4 tunes composed by Steve Wyrick
for members of the New World Scottish Dancers.Table of Contents |
The New World Scottish Dancers Collection, Volume 1, Book 2$10.00 |  The New World Scottish Dancers Collection, Volume 1, Book 2 - Step Dances - A collection of 11 solo and group Scottish
Step Dances for intermediate to advanced-level dancers, created by members of the New World Scottish Dancers.Table of Contents |
Pawprints$5.00 |  Pawprints - Fifteen
Scottish Country Dances from the Sacramento Branch. Devisors are Peggy Hamilton,
Sandra Kesler, Margo Glenn-Lewis, Lynne Lockwood and EB Van Otterloo. Titles include
A Basket of Kittens, The Calico Jig, Miss Beans and other feline favorites. |
The San Francisco CollectionFree! (Download) |
 The San Francisco Collection - Fourteen
Scottish Country Dances devised by members of the San Francisco Branch. Includes
the classics, The Six-Penny Jig and Miss Giving's Strathspey. Now available
for download individually or in one complete file. Click
here for details. |
The San Francisco Collection II$5.00 | 
The San Francisco Collection II - A 1997 collection of 13 dances written by or for members of the San Francisco,
California branch of the RSCDS. See "Recordings" above for accompanying
CD.Table of Contents |
The Solstice Party Book$5.00 |
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Step Dances I | Step Dances I - collected
by Ron Wallace Now out of print! But Ron might print more if there is enough interest. Please let Jane know if you are interested. |
Step Dances II | Step Dances II - collected
by Ron Wallace Now out of print! But Ron might print more if there is enough interest. Please let Jane know if you are interested. |
The Middle Earth Collection$4.00 |
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Hebridean DancesDannsa nan Eileanach$16.00 |  Hebridean
Dances, Comhlan Dannsa nan Eileanach. From the cover: "This is a collection
of dances that specifically identify with the Hebrides and the West Coast of Scotland.
They were made up to promote or commemorate special incidents or occasions in
the community to keep the traditions alive in this unique manner. It is hoped
to expand this collection in the future." This book provides both English
and Gaelic text and presents clear descriptions of movements, dress and dances. |
Whisper of the Fyredragon$10.00 |
 Whisper
of the Fyredragon. The sequel to Devil's Quandary! 30
SCD dances of varying levels by Bob McMurtry and members of the San Francisco
Branch with
some music included. |
Dragonfly$7.00 |
 Dragonfly. Collected
Dances by Bob McMurtry & Friends For Beginners & Advanced Dancers. Also includes
music for Golden Whisper Waltzes. |
Le Petit Chat Celtique$9.00 |
 Le
Petit Chat Celtique. Scottish Country Dances with music by Bob McMurtry
and selected dances by Trudy Roughgarden. |
Chocolate & Champagne$5.00 |
 Chocolate
& Champagne. The Sacramento Branch celebrates twenty-five years
of dancing with twenty-five dances written by members of the Sacramento Branch.
The theme: chocolate and champagne! |
Scottish Country DancingNTSC: $19 |
For detailed contents and ordering
information, go to www.redthistledancers.org or
email:
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Scottish Country Dancing Part IINTSC: $25
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For detailed contents and ordering
information, go to www.redthistledancers.org or
email:
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Scottish Country Dancing Parts 1 & 2NTSC: $40
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For detailed contents and ordering
information, go to www.redthistledancers.org or
email:
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Performance DancingVideo, CD, and Booklet: $33 |
* Video alone (NTSC or PAL): $25 For detailed contents and ordering
information, go to www.redthistledancers.org or
email:
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Dow Corning RTV 3140$18.00 | 
Dow Corning RTV 3140 - Uncle Barry's Shoe Goo. Members of the San Francisco branch use the silicone treatment,
Dow Corning RTV 3140, on the bottom of our dance shoes to reduce the slipperiness of our northern California floors.
One tube will treat several pairs of shoes. Instructions for application are included with the "goop". Thanks go to Barry Lewis
for testing and discovering this wonderful product.
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The
March Hare - Twelve Scottish Country Dances in Strict Tempo (CD) Susan Worland
Bentley on violin, Andy Imbrie on piano, and Michael Bentley on bodhran join to
offer music for twelve dances. Produced by John and Jennifer Kelly. 
A
Camp of Pleasure - Ancient & Modern Music for Dancing by the Berkeley Scottish
Players (CD) The Berkeley Scottish Players formed in 1973-74 and first performed
in public in October 1975 with a seminal performance at the San Francisco Branch
Weekend in Burlingame. . In 1976 the band became the first American band to record
and LP album. Now, 25 years later, this historic album is still influencing dancers
and musicians, and most of the greater family of the Berkeley Scottish Players,
though widely dispersed, can still be spotted playing a Scottish tune upon occasion.
The Alamo Collection by Eugene
Bissell and Jennifer Kelly, a collection of 15 dances created by two of the San
Francisco Branch's stalwarts. 
The Devil's Quandary by
Bob Mc Murtry, a collection of 60 dances and 14 new original tunes, some by Muriel
Johnstone and Andy Imbrie. 
NEW!
Dunsmuir Dances - In celebration of their 21st anniversary, the Dunsmuir Scottish Dancers are pleased
to announce the publication of "Dunsmuir Dances", a book of 22 Scottish
country dances and 12 original tunes written by or for past and present members
of the Dunsmuir Scottish Dancers. It is 40 pages More information on the Dunsmuir
website: 
Let's All Dance - A
collection of beginner and audience participation dances. Compiled by two San
Francisco branch teachers.
The Solstice Party Book - Fifteen
Scottish Country Dances, devised by members of the San Francisco class.
Contact Susie Langdon Kass
The Middle Earth Collection - Twelve
Original Scottish Dances, devised by Peggy Hamilton.
Scottish
Country Dancing with The Red Thistle Dancers (47 minutes, NTSC or PAL)
Directed by Jennifer Kelly, the Red Thistle Dancers present the techniques and
some of
the figures used in Scottish Country Dancing. It can be used as a teaching aid
or as support for beginning students. (It's also a good review for experienced
dancers.) 
Scottish
Country Dancing with the Red Thistle Dancers, Part II (75 minutes, NTSC
or PAL). A sequel to the original Scottish Country Dancing with the Red
Thistle Dancers. This is an excellent practice or teaching tool for the
Intermediate Country dancer. Intermediate SCD figures including all kinds
of reels, ladies chain, the knot, all round poussette, rondel, set and
link are clearly demonstrated in close-up and slow motion with voice-over
commentary, and performed in 18 appropriate dances set to wonderful live
music.
Scottish Country Dancing Parts 1 & 2 - Wow!
Now you can buy both for only $40! 
Performance
Dancing with the Red Thistle Dancers. (NTSC or PAL) The new one hour video,
accompanied by a booklet and a CD, focuses on performance dancing at a variety
of levels. It offers ideas and techniques for teachers and groups to present
Scottish Country dancing in a public setting. The CD includes tracks that parallel
the performances on the video and provides performance-quality music that groups
can use for their own choreographies. The video, CD and booklet are also available separately: